Summer happenings

Summer went by in a flash. Here are some random photos from our summer of fun.

Trip to the National Zoo. We did see the pandas before Lily came down with a fever and we turned around for home.

Scott is ready to ride ~ sippy cup in tow at the Clifton Park.

Everyone loves a little watermelon.....

Lily at a park in the new neighborhood. You've really grown this summer Lily!

Lily, the waterbug, at the pool in LRR.

Last lunch out together for a while.

Scott and Nate

Drew and Scott

Scott and Lilymei

My, what long legs you have Drew....

Everyone reading library books.....come on....earn those library summer reading program coupon books!

One great man gone, but not forgotten!

On July 2nd Scott's grandfather, Del passed away at the age of 99 5/6 years! We will all miss him greatly. "Papa" as we all knew him was great role model in all aspects of life. He truly exemplified the Golden Rule. It was hard to not have the family all in the same place, but we were together in spirit and prayer. Thank you to our family and friends that supported our family during this time of sorrow.

M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E

April was another busy month. The boys worked very hard to nearly complete their schoolwork for the year. In exchange for their hard work Scott and I took the kids to Orlando for some much deserved vacation time. Scott was already going to be in Florida for a conference so we planned to arrive the weekend before his conference and stay a few days longer than his conference. We spent our first full day in Florida at Magic Kingdom. We had such a good time we decided to forgo Hollywood Studios for another day at Magic Kingdom later in the week.

Lilymei was enchanted with the castle. The boys were surprised to enjoy the day as well, riding all the big coasters.

Lilymei with 2 of her favorite characters.....Mickey and Minnie!

At this moment Lily was the happiest I have ever seen. She is captivated by princesses, especially Cinderella. I have a feeling I know who Lily is going to dress up like for Halloween this year!

Oh my goodness! Another Cinderella! This time at Downtown Disney.

Lily making a mask in Epcot's China. We had a great time watching the acrobats and the 360 degree movie in China. We even had a delicious lunch in China. Too bad Lily fell asleep before we had dessert in France!

Who doesn't like hanging out with Goofy and Pluto at Animal Kingdom?

The Tree of Life along with 3 wonderful children.

Last day at Disney with a few more lovable characters.

At least we wore out 2 kids in Florida!

Cherry Blossoms and Easter eggs

The last day of March my mom flew into town. We had a great week site seeing downtown DC. We toured Arlington Cemetery, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, and the Tidal Basin with the cherry blossoms in full bloom. The weather was perfect for Mom's visit this time, unlike her October visit in which it rained every day. Thanks for visiting Mom!

Look at those blossoms. Just beautiful!

We walked all the way around the tidal basin. We had some great views of the Jefferson Memorial and the Washington Monument.

On the steps of the Lincoln Memorial with the reflecting pool and the Washington Monument behind us. Nate is taller than Gram and me!

The gang from Ohio, our beloved Buckeye state.

Lily acting goofy.

Lily and Gram in front of the tree blooming in our backyard.

Coloring Easter eggs is FUN!

Easter morning in front of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic church.

Kids dressed up in their Easter best.